Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Interests
Timeline

Heidi Wilson

Regents Park

Summary

Dynamic Childcare Educator with a proven skilled record at Imagine Early Learning Centre and Kaleidoscope Kids Early Learning Centre, enhancing child development through hands-on learning and critical thinking. Skilled in hygiene practices and fostering positive environments. I'm also a motivated team player, I excel in both collaborative and solo settings, prioritizing health and safety.'

Overview

15
15
years of professional experience

Work History

Childcare Educator

Kaleidoscope Kids Early Learning Centres - Logan Central
08.2022 - 11.2022
  • Coordinated with other staff members effectively in order to provide a cohesive childcare program promoting teamwork and collaboration.
  • Ensured the health and safety of children by consistently monitoring their activities both indoors and outdoors.
  • Collaborated with parents to address individual child needs and discuss progress reports regularly.
  • Implemented hands-on learning opportunities that encouraged exploration, problem-solving, and critical thinking skills among children.
  • Developed strong relationships with families, maintaining open communication channels for optimal support of each child''s growth and wellbeing.
  • Maintained and fostered positive and constructive interactions with staff, families, and children.
  • Communicated with children's guardians about daily activities, behaviors and related issues.
  • Supported the emotional well-being of each child by providing compassionate care during moments of distress or anxiety.
  • Established a safe, secure, and inclusive classroom setting where all children felt welcomed and valued.
  • Observed children to identify individuals in need of additional support and developed strategies to improve assistance.
  • Enhanced sensory and perceptual-motor skills, language, cognition, and memory development, by employing both traditional and modern educational strategies and techniques.

Childcare Educator

Imagine Early Learning Center
11.2020 - 08.2022


  • Communicated with parents and other staff about student progress.
  • Maintained safety and cleanliness by sterilizing toys and surfaces.
  • Continuously updated knowledge on best practices through professional development workshops and training sessions for consistent improvement in teaching methodologies.
  • Promoted positive reinforcement techniques, fostering a nurturing learning environment for all children.
  • Provided individualized instruction and support to meet personal needs of each child.
  • Maintained accurate records of attendance, meal counts, emergency contact information, ensuring compliance with state regulations.
  • Managed behaviour issues effectively using appropriate techniques such as redirection or time-out methods when necessary.
  • Engaged with children on individual basis to build positive relationships and promote learning.
  • Sanitized toys and play equipment each day to maintain safety and cleanliness.
  • Actively encouraged children to develop their communication, problem-solving and social skills.
  • Instructed children in health and personal habits, such as eating, resting, and toileting.
  • Taught hand washing and proper use of utensils to promote good hygiene and etiquette habits.
  • Gathered materials and resources to prepare for lessons and activities.
  • Established positive relationships with students and families.
  • Organized and supervised large and small group activities.
  • Planned and executed activities to stimulate physical, social and intellectual growth.

Retail Worker

IGA Supermarket
02.2016 - 10.2020

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Deli Manager

IGA Supermarket
06.2014 - 02.2016
  • Trained new team members in proper food handling techniques, equipment usage, and company policies.
  • Maintained a clean and safe work environment, adhering to food safety guidelines and procedures.
  • Controlled freshness of products by rotating and removing out of code merchandise.
  • Assisted store management in meeting or exceeding established sales goals, contributing to the overall success of the business.
  • Trained, supervised and evaluated deli staff to align compliance with health and safety regulations.

Retail Worker

FoodWorks Supermarkets
02.2008 - 12.2013
  • Greeted customers, helped locate merchandise, and suggested suitable options.
  • Replenished sales floor merchandise and organized shelves, racks, and bins for optimal appearance.
  • Demonstrated strong communication skills when collaborating with fellow employees or assisting customers with inquiries or concerns.
  • Maintained a clean and organized sales floor, enhancing the overall shopping experience for customers.
  • Helped customers complete purchases and locate items.
  • Checked pricing, scanned items, applied discounts, and printed receipts to ring up customers.
  • Assisted in training new employees on store policies and procedures, contributing to a cohesive team environment.
  • Managed returns and exchanges process smoothly, maintaining high levels of customer satisfaction even during difficult situations.
  • Answered questions about store policies and addressed customer concerns.
  • Maintained tidy and organized store environment to comply with cleanliness standards.
  • Managed efficient cash register operations.
  • Volunteered for extra shifts during holidays and other busy periods to alleviate staffing shortages.
  • Engaged in friendly conversation with customer to better uncover individual needs.
  • Prioritized helping customers over completing other routine tasks in store.
  • Developed strong rapport with customers and created positive impression of business.
  • Created inviting environment for customers by maintaining store organization and cleanliness.
  • Maintained up-to-date knowledge of store sales, payment policies and security standards.
  • Built customer loyalty and retention by delivering excellent shopping experiences.
  • Monitored customers for signs of security concerns and escalated issues to management.
  • Delivered energetic responses to customers in-store and by telephone, going above and beyond to serve needs.
  • Performed cash, card, and check transactions to complete customer purchases.

Education

Kingston College, Kingston, QLD
01-2007

Skills

  • Hygiene practices
  • Friendly
  • Health and safety
  • Loves children
  • Safety monitoring
  • Housekeeping
  • Reliable
  • Team Player
  • Hard Working
  • Is capable of working alone or in a team
  • Motivated
  • Early childhood education

Interests

  • Enjoy hobbies that combine physical activity with outdoor exploration
  • Gym Workouts
  • I enjoy helping others and giving back to the community
  • Listening to music
  • Playing Sports
  • Participating in Church activities

Timeline

Childcare Educator - Kaleidoscope Kids Early Learning Centres - Logan Central
08.2022 - 11.2022
Childcare Educator - Imagine Early Learning Center
11.2020 - 08.2022
Retail Worker - IGA Supermarket
02.2016 - 10.2020
Deli Manager - IGA Supermarket
06.2014 - 02.2016
Retail Worker - FoodWorks Supermarkets
02.2008 - 12.2013
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Heidi Wilson